Senator slams govt plan to privatise historic Holetown site
In a bold stance, Senator Dr Crystal Haynes has voiced strong opposition to the government’s proposal to relinquish control of the historic Holetown Civic Centre in St James to a private tourism operator. In the Upper House on Wednesday she called for the land to remain publicly accessible, highlighting concerns over heritage preservation and the […]
Child struck by car home from hospital; mum calls for road safety measures
A Westbury Primary School pupil who was knocked down by a car on President Kennedy Drive, in an incident that was captured in a viral surveillance video, has been discharged from hospital, prompting his mother to appeal for urgent action on dangerous driving in their St Michael neighbourhood. As the child was recovering at home […]
Open for business
Business Barbados is officially in operation, marking a major development in the island’s efforts to streamline business facilitation and improve its international competitiveness, Minister of Energy and Business Development, Senator Lisa Cummins has announced. The new entity, which took effect last Saturday, replaces the Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO) and is tasked with […]
Barbados expands forex permit regime to boost global business
Barbados is moving to significantly enhance its appeal as an international business hub by broadening its foreign currency permit regime to include shipping companies and implementing key amendments aimed at increasing transparency and efficiency., the business development minister has told the Senate. The development comes amid a steady rise in permit holders since the programme’s […]
Poultry prices set to rise amid egg supply challenges
Barbadians could see a modest increase in poultry prices as the industry grapples with supply chain disruptions and rising production costs. The Barbados Egg and Poultry Producers Association (BEPPA) has warned that while efforts are being made to keep chicken and eggs affordable, consumers may face price hikes of up to one dollar in the […]
Witnesses recount shock as violent incident disrupts BCC classes
A student at Barbados Community College (BCC) is fighting for his life after being repeatedly stabbed on campus, prompting a lockdown and sparking concerns over security measures. The incident, of a kind unprecedented in the campus’ history, has left the college community in shock and raised questions about safety protocols. According to officials, the seriously […]
Judge rejects animal rights group’s bid for harsher sentence in dog abuse case
A High Court judge has rejected an animal rights group’s bid for a judicial review of the sentence given to a man who admitted to abusing his dog. Justice Patrick Wells on Wednesday ruled against the application filed by Be Their Voice Inc., saying the group “has no standing” in the case. In 2022, Davino […]
Eighth murder victim slain in Vauxhall amid gun violence outcry
Residents of Vauxhall, Christ Church, are reeling after 43-year-old Rommell Cadell became the island’s eighth homicide victim this year in a fatal shooting early Wednesday morning. Two other men were injured in the attack, which has sparked urgent calls for action against escalating gun crime in the typically peaceful district. Cadell’s cousin, Julian Trotman, was […]
Blazers end 13-year drought
Blue House Blazers set the track ablaze at the Springer Memorial School Sports, ending their 13-year wait for success by winning the track and field title at the Usain Bolt Sports Complex on Wednesday. They finished comfortably in first place with a points tally of 428.50, ahead of Purple House Titans (315.50) with Yellow House […]
Gale snags loan deal at top tier Polish club
Piast Gilwice have completed the loan signing of Barbadian football ace Thierry Gale from SK Rapid Wien. The 22 year-old joined the Poland top division club on a year-long deal which includes an option to buy. Gilwice will pay 100 per cent of Gale’s salary. The move away from Rapid Wien comes 17 months after […]